Simplistic Shrimp Scampi

Simplistic Shrimp Scampi

2 tbsp. butter
2 lbs. shrimp (peeled and deveined)
1 tbsp. shallot (chopped)
5 tbsp. garlic (minced)
1/3 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
2 1/2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
Salt (to taste)

In a pan over medium heat, add the butter until melted and is sliding across the pan (about 45 seconds). Add in the shrimp, garlic and shallot and saute for about 5 minutes until the shrimp has turned pink. Add in the parsley, lemon juice and salt; stir; remove from heat; serve hot.

*Johnna's tip: Shrimp scampi is perfect served over pasta (i.e. linguine, angel hair w/ marinara, Alfredo or just plain...), orzo, rice or even over your favorite veggies. The good thing about it is it is already seasoned enough so all you have to do is add to your favorites. For things like pasta, after cooking the pasta, drizzle with a little extra virgin olive oil and lemon juice and then add on the scampi...for rice, just add about a tbsp. of butter to the rice then top with the scampi and for your veggies, just season with salt, pepper and garlic powder and top with the scampi...ready to serve!

*Johnna's tip, tip: Guys this is also a great way to impress the ladies, she might think you have some skills in the kitchen...Or ladies, this is a great way to impress that date, he might think you have some skills in the kitchen...;-)

Picture source: http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/SHRIMP-SCAMPI-PASTA-234258